Western District

Contract awarded for $126m Victorian Surf Coast tourist centre construction project, creating 90 building jobs, construction to commence immediately

A $126 million redevelopment along the Great Ocean Road is set to break ground following the appointment of a lead contractor for the project.

Green light given for 330 MW solar facility and battery project near Geelong, using 540,690 ground-mounted solar PV modules, following competitive tender process

A large-scale solar farm and energy storage project planned for regional Victoria has secured state government approval, just months after being recognised in Australia’s biggest-ever renewable energy procurement process.

Two key contracts awarded for $700m Victorian battery energy storage system, construction to commence immediately and operational in 2027

The contract has been awarded and construction commenced on a $700 million battery energy storage system (BESS) in Victoria’s Gippsland region, following the financial closure of the project.

Feasibility study approved for offshore Victorian wind farm, industry committee formed to identify local supply chain, activities beginning immediately

After a preliminary offer in September last year, the Government has made a final decision to offer a feasibility licence to proponents of a major planned wind farm in the Southern Ocean zone – here's what happens now.

Victorian rare earths project receives a major project extension, providing federal regulatory support, and bringing the project closer to financial close

A Victorian rare earths project has received a three-year Major Project status extension – here's what that means and what happens next.

Tender open for major Victorian emergency services depot located in the states centre, scope of work and trades required, project team contact details

The tender has opened to appoint a contractor to develop a major emergency depot in central Victoria, and we've got a comprehensive list of the scope of work and how to throw your hat into the ring.

Deal signed for $370m Victorian solar farm and battery project, to be built and operated by the state, completion date extended to 2027

A major contract has been signed for a $370 million solar farm and battery project in western Victoria, and we’ve got the details.

Plans lodged for latest Victorian BESS project, scope of work and timelines revealed, with construction and connection scheduled by the end of the year

An application has been lodged for a BESS to be built between Melbourne and Geelong – we've got details and the proposed timeline.

Start date announced for Victorian rare earths project, with engineering works to commence within months and preparations for construction procurement underway

A start date has been set for the launch of a major Victorian rare earth project, with engineering works slated for coming months and construction planning advancing.

Victorian solar and battery project progresses with funding locked in, construction timings, construction slated to begin this year

Planning for construction of new Victorian solar farm and a large battery energy storage system is set to progress, with funding now secured.